Creating a clean, uncluttered space and learning how to organize in the most efficient way possible isn’t always the easiest. But once you have a few tips and tricks up your sleeve, then keeping up with the home really is simple (and satisfying).
And down below I’ve carefully curated a helpful list of organization hacks that’ll take your home from clutter and chaos to total peace. They help to create more room in the different spaces around the house.
So whether you have a junk drawer that’ll never stay tidy or you’re looking for storage solutions for your bedroom, I think these home organization tips have got you covered!
No more untidy spaces, it’s time to clear out the mess and master complete home organization!
Side Note: Here are 8 Ways to Get Your Home Completely Organized in 2025 (and keep it that way!).
1. Use Entryway Cubbies
This is such a great way to keep your shoes, your kids jackets, or guests’ items from cluttering up your home. Just create a cubby-like space near the entrance or in the mudroom, and have them keep things thing stored away. Also, this idea for home organisation is so attractive!
2. Use Shelving and Baskets in Laundry Room
When it comes to home organization, you can’t skip the laundry room!
Things get so easily cluttered with all the inward and outward bound clothing traffic, baskets, and detergent bottles. So if you want to keep things well organized, then try installing some attractive shelving and baskets to keep things in place.
SEE MORE AT SUGAR & CHARMRelated: 17 Laundry Room Organization Ideas to Make Your Space Look (and Feel) So Much Better
3. DIY Key Holder
A DIY key holder is so genius and it’s probably one of my favorite organization ideas.
They’re a very small but also very necessary daily item. So having a dedicated space for them so they’re never getting lost is so helpful!
SEE MORE AT THE CRAFTY BLOG STALKER4. Keep Sheets Inside Matching Pillow Cases
We all know how disorganized the linen closet can get, and that’s why I love this organization hack. Just keep all matching sheets together by neatly folding them and putting them inside of their matching pillowcases.
This is probably one of the most aesthetically pleasing ideas for linen closet organization!
SEE MORE AT MARTHA STEWART5. Organized Coffee Station
This is one of the best organizing ideas for coffee lovers.
Because if you love having a really good cup of coffee first thing in the morning, then there really is nothing better than having a tidy station for your cups, espresso machine, and coffee containers.
SEE MORE AT SUGAR & CHARM6. DIY Industrial Jewelry Organizer
If you have a lot of jewelry, then I think this is one of those home organization ideas you don’t wanna skip.
Because why have your earrings and necklaces cluttering up your dresser and getting tangled up when you can stylishly keep it up and out of the way?
SEE MORE AT THE CRAFTY BLOG STALKER7. Put Single Eyeshadows in an Ice Tray
If you love makeup and have plenty of it, then this is a great way to keep your makeup drawer organized and eyeshadows easy to grab.
Update: Original page no longer exists.
8. Tension Rod and Hooks for Hanging Pans
I love organization tips for the home that keep things tidy while also aesthetically pleasing.
And having tension rods and hooks for your pots and pans is a great space-saving technique for your kitchen. It keeps them easy to grab while also giving you that French countryside look.
SEE MORE AT SUGAR & CHARM9. Store Hair Tools in a Magazine Holder
If you want a great way to keep your hair tools together and not tangled up in your drawers, then try using magazine holders. It’s a simple way to keep things tidy in your bathroom.
SEE MORE AT COSMOPOLITANRelated: 9 Bathroom Organization Ideas to Create More Space & Keep Things Decluttered
10. Magnetic Medicine Cabinet
I think this might be one of my favorite organizing tips on this list. The medicine cabinet and bathroom drawers and cupboards can get pretty cluttered with bottles and tools. But if you add a magnetic surface to the back of your medicine cabinet, you’ll be able to create a lot more space!
SEE MORE AT THE CRAFTY BLOG STALKER11. Use a Hanger to Organize Your Scarves and Tights
If you have lot of scarves or tights out during the cold season, then a great way to keep them together is to tie them around a hanger. This makes them easier to grab and it also just looks so much better than having them all stuffed into a drawer.
Update: Original page on Studio Quirk is no longer available.
12. Organize the Bed Side with a Rolling Cart
This rolling organizer is so helpful for keeping clutter off your floor, and it’s definitely one of the best decluttering tips on this list.
Also, I thought this was such a cute idea when it came to keeping your bedside items together; it’s stylish and easily movable.
SEE MORE AT THE FREELANCER’S FASHION BLOG13. Acrylic Wall Shelving for Kids Books
When it comes to organizing the house, the kids room is no joke.
Toys, books, and craft supplies get everywhere. But with a few organization hacks, keeping it tidy gets a lot simpler.
And if your kids love to read, or loves being read to, then having acrylic wall shelving is a great storage idea!
SEE MORE AT SUGAR & CHARM14. Reused Containers
Having an organized pantry is probably one of the best feelings in the world. Everything is easy to find and you don’t feel stressed out everytime you open up the pantry door.
And reusing older containers to store your pantry goods is a great way to recycle and keep things straight.
SEE MORE AT THE CRAFTY BLOG STALKERRelated: How to Organize Your Pantry: 9 Ways to Keep Everything Looking Perfect
15. Store Cupcake Liners in Mason Jars
If you bake a lot like me, then this is a great way to store cupcake liners (paper and/or silicone). It dresses up your counters and shelves and makes them easy to grab.
SEE MORE AT TABLE FOR TWO16. Use Drawer Organizers for the Nursery
If you have a baby, then a great way to keep their small outfits organized and create more space is to keep things rolled up. This can also apply to your own dresser if rolled and placed horizontally.
Also, having drawer organizers can make keeping things tidy so much easier!
SEE MORE AT TWO TWENTY ONE17. Use a Rolling Cart to Organize Kids Craft Supplies
If your kids love to do arts and crafts or read books, then get or make a cute rolling cart to keep their space organized.
Also, they can roll it over to whatever part of their room they’re hanging out in, and easily put the items away once done.
SEE MORE AT SUGAR & CHARM18. Organize With a Slide Out Pantry
If your kitchen doesn’t have enough space for a full pantry, then you might wanna think about DIYing or having someone install a pull-out pantry.
It’s a smart storage solution that’ll make items easily grabbable, and keep things from feeling too constrained in the kitchen.
SEE MORE AT THE HONEYCOMB HOME19. Hang Wire Baskets on the Kitchen Island
Now this is a super cute way to keep everyday kitchen items easy-to-grab and organized. It also provides more room in your cabinets for other kitchen products and/or appliances.
Update: Page with DIY no longer exists.
20. Wooden Shelves for Bathroom Essentials
If you have a small bathroom, then look into creating or buying stylish shelving for your essentials.
This can be great for your kid’s bathroom so they can easily grab their toothbrushes and soap. Or it can be great for your bathroom so lotions and shower caps stay easily accessible.
SEE MORE FROM THE CRAFTY BLOG STALKER21. Use a Coffee Table for Extra Stroage
The coffee table is a great way to create some extra space in your living room. So grab any extra books, magazines, and even decor pieces, and store them away until you need them in the future.
SEE MORE AT THE HONEYCOMB HOME22. Add Shelves to Your Bathroom Cabinet
If you’re struggling to find space in your small bathroom, or you just need to make it more organized, then adding shelving and using baskets to keep things organized is a great place to start!
Shelves create more space and the baskets keep like items together, and make them easier to find.
SEE MORE AT STUDIO GRAY HOUSE23. Shelving for Holiday Decor
Decorating for the holidays can be so much fun, but it can also be a bit stressful when your holiday decor really starts to take up a lot of space.
So if you find yourself in this boat, then try following this guide for creating extra shelving for your holiday items and keep your home organized!
READ MORE ON THIS ORGANIZATION GUIDE24. Make Your Own Organized Cleaning Command Center
An awesome way to organize your cleaning products and keep them easy-to-grab is to make your own cleaning command center. It really helps with organization and keeps the home nice and tidy.
Update: Original page with tutorial is no longer there, but here’s a different cleaning command center DIY you can try.
25. Build Your Own Spice Drawer Organizer
If you like compartmentalized drawers, then the kitchen is a great place to start.
And what better kitchen item to start with than your spices? You probably have plenty of them and this drawer organizer is such a good way to easily find what you need when cooking.
SEE MORE AT MARIEZA26. Use Command Hooks to Organize Cords
Now this one shows how you can use a command hook for your KitchenAid, but I know that they can come in handy with any other part of the house. So whether you have cords that need organizing or you want to hang things up to create more space, command hooks are a great investment for your home.
Update: Site with original page is no longer available.
27. Use the IKEA Billy Bookcases for Your Closet
Bedrooms and closets can get so messy and disorganized, so it really helps when you can just easily buy something like an IKEA Billy Bookcase to keep things in order.
Update: Site no longer exists, but here’s a different DIY tutorial for organizing your closet with IKEA Billy bookcases.
Related: 16 Closet Organization Hacks That Are Brilliantly Easy
28. Organize With Wire Baskets
Having cute wire baskets like these are good for holding dryer sheets, sprays, cleaning bottles, toilet paper, and so much more. So if you want to keep something out in the open (so you can easily grab it) without looking tacky, then definitely get some wire baskets.
Update: Original page with this organization ideas is no longer there.
29. Use Cereal Boxes for Organization
If you want to better organize your drawers and junk drawers, repurposing cereal boxes might be a great DIY organization hack to try. You just need a bit of decorative tape to make it customizable and cute!
SEE MORE AT I HEART ORGANIZING30. Label With Chalk
Labeling is such a great way to keep your pantry organized. It helps you to categorize like items, keep things tidy, and easily find what you need without making a mess.
Also, chalk labeling adds that cute almost rustic look to your home!
Update: The original tutorial no longer exists.
31. Keep Things Organized With IKEA RÅSKOG Carts
If you want to minimize paper clutter, organize your craft supplies, or keep your books in order, then a customized IKEA RÅSKOG cart might be exactly what you need.
You can roll them around to create more space in one part of the room, or just store them away in the closet and roll out when you need them.
SEE MORE ON LAURA VORICEK’S INSTAGRAM32. Upholstered Bucket Ottoman for Toy Storage
This ottoman is a great way to keep your kid’s toys organized and off of the floor. Also, it’s nice that it doubles as seating!
Update: Page is no longer there, but here’s a similar ottoman DIY project you can try out!
33. Use Mason Jars for Storing Paint
If you don’t like the look of paint cans in your garage, try using mason jars to hold the paint. It’s also easier to find the exact color you want!
Update: Site and page are no longer there.
34. Use Cutlery Organizers for Craft Drawers
If you’re a crafty person, then this is an easy DIY organization project to follow. It really does help make sure that your supplies doesn’t get jumbled up together and become a pain to separate.
SEE MORE AT HOW TO NEST FOR LESS35. Have a Kitchen Command Center
If you’re in need of some family/home organization, then a great idea is to create a kitchen command center so that everyone knows what their duties are to keep the home nice and tidy. Also, it’s a helpful space for keeping up with your schedules and not forgetting anything important.
SEE MORE AT HOW TO NEST FOR LESS36. Use Storage Bins and Labels in Pantry
Since pantries can get so messy, a great way to keep like-things together and easily accessible is to use storage bins. They take away so much headache when it comes to easy organization.
SEE MORE AT BHG
37. Create a Kitchen Baking Center
If you’re a baking lover, then this kitchen baking center is a great way to make sure things don’t become a mess real quick! Also, I think this would be so helpful during the holiday season when so much baking and cooking is being done!
SEE MORE AT BHG38. DIY Shoes Rack
Now if there are a lot of people coming in and out of your home, then a great way to keep things mess-free is to put all of their shoes in one place.
And what I love about this DIY project is that it’s on wheels. That way if you need some extra space, you can roll it into a wide closet to create more room.
Update: Original DIY is no longer available, but Home Depot does give a tutorial for a different shoe storage solution here.
39. Use a Tension Rod for Organizing Your Under Sink Storage
Now if you’re in need of some organization with your cleaning supplies and other under sink items, then a tension rod is a great tidying tip.
You can hang your bottles which instantly makes them easy to grab, and creates more space on the floor of your cabinet.
Update: Original page on Martha Stewart’s website is no longer there.
40. Make Your Own Charging Station
If there are a lot of people over at your place, or it’s just you and a few other people, then a great way to keep the phone cords from cluttering up the home is to create a charging station. It’ll help keep things out of the way and easy to find.
SEE MORE AT LIL LUNA
41. Use Plastic Drawer Organizers
Whether it’s for your home office or one at work, your desk needs to be clean and tidy. And I personally know how easy it is for a work desk to get messy! So to keep everything organized and under control, use clear plastic boxes to keep things in order. It’s an attractive way to keep like-items together.
Update: Website is no longer functional.
42. Hang Your Flats for Extra Space
Shoes tend to take up a lot of space and create clutter in the hallway and bedroom. But you can easily solve this problem with hangers and clips. It’s an incredible way to use an otherwise unused space and it’s super convenient.
Just put the clothes pins on the hangers and then hang the flats on the pins. Super simple!
43. Organize Cleaning Supplies Under the Sink
Things can get super messy under the kitchen or bathroom sink where you keep most of your cleaning supplies and gadgets. And even though this muddle may not be visible on the outside, it’s really annoying when you can’t find what you’re looking for.
So say goodbye to all that mess when you follow this easy organizing tutorial!
SEE MORE AT HOME WITH NIKKI44. Hide Your Cables In a Cardboard Box
Cord clutter can be super annoying and especially when you want your space to look tidy and attractive. So to organize the wires under your TV table (or elsewhere), use a cute box that keeps things hidden.
Update: The original site is no longer available.
45. Organize Small Supplies
Whether it’s those small kitchen or office supplies, organizing them into small boxes helps to keep everything in place and in order. This organization trick can also be used for your craft supplies, makeup, hair bands, or bobby pins.
Update: The original page on Productive and Pretty no longer exists.
46. Organize Your Scarves With Shower Hooks
If you have a lot of scarves, then you know how frustrating it can be when you need to find the perfect one for an outfit! And this smart organization hack using shower hooks will help you organize your scarves by color or material, make them very easy to find, and very convenient to store.
Update: Original DIY tutorial no longer exists.
47. Vintage Jewelry Box Remote Control Storage
Another thing that creates clutter in the home is all of the different remote controls lying around. These could be for the TV, AC, or anything else that requires remote activation. So instead of just keeping them on the coffee or side table, try out this DIY vintage jewelry box hack. It’s an easy and attractive way to store your remote controls and have your entertainment room looking great!
Update: Page and site no longer open up.
48. Stylish Covered Fabric Bins for Home Storage
No sew? Cute design? Yes please. If I can find ways to make my home look pretty without too much work, then I’m all for it. And all you really need is some fabric of your choice, scissors, and glue. It’s as simple as that!
Update: Original page on site no longer exists.
49. Upcycled Dip Container Organizers
If you have a lot of small things just lying around the home that you don’t want to get lost, then try making these small but cute storage containers. It’s a great way to recycle and reduce waste while never losing your items again!
SEE MORE AT HOUSE BY HOFF50. Color Coded Organization
What better way to keep things easily found and organized than using a color coding system for your storage bins? And it’s definitely a fun way for your kids to keep things picked up too!
SEE MORE AT RAIN ON A TIN ROOF51. Dollar Store DIY Vintage Locker Storage Bins
I can’t believe these are from the dollar store! Such a simple and budget friendly DIY that’ll help you keep things in order. Also, I think this is a great (and fun) way to keep your kids’ toys and art supplies organized.
SEE MORE AT AE HOME STYLE LIFE52. Organizing With Cute & Colorful Magazine Files
Now if you have a lot of papers and booklets that need organizing, then this is a great tutorial to follow. Seriously, there are so many important things to keep track of, so having an organized system set in place is a great way to get rid of any stress and overwhelm.
SEE MORE AT IN MY OWN STYLE53. DIY Wood Caddy for Bathroom Organization
This is pretty darn cute (seriously). I love it when I find attractive labeled storage containers like this. It’s such a fun way to dress up a room while also keeping things organized and easy to grab.
SEE MORE AT MAKING HOME BASE54. Mason Jars for Storing Kitchen Utensils
For your cooking utensils, this is a great way to dress up your kitchen while keeping things put together. Just paint the inside of each mason jar a color of your choice, put them in a wire basket, and put like items together. Oh, and don’t forget the labels!
SEE MORE AT THE HOMES I HAVE MADE55. Use Fabric Covered Repurposed Tin Cans for Storage
Now here’s a fun idea for keeping supplies organized and together. Definitely a colorful piece that’ll make your room pop. Also, it’s great for your home office, your craft room, and even your bathroom!
56. Classy Dollar Store Container Organization
This blogger has some creative ideas on how to organize your kitchen cupboards with storage bins and containers! And the best part about her tutorial is that she used items from the dollar store and free printable labels to make them look chic.
SEE MORE AT THE SOCIAL HOME57. Weave Fabric Through Bins for Pretty Storage
Whether it’s for your craft room, your room, or the living room, using pretty fabric to weave in and out of storage bins is such a clever way to add color and stay organized.
Update: The original tutorial and site no longer exist.
58. IKEA Bookcase and Wicker Baskets for Your Kid’s Room
If your kids have a lot extra toys, clothing, or other items in their bedroom, just using a simple IKEA bookcase with storage bins will help keep things easily in place and out of the way. It really is an easy way to have the room looking put together!
Update: The original site no longer exists.
59. Ladder Organization for Any Room in the Home
A super cute way to use storage bins is to place them on a repurposed ladder (or a cute ladder from a store, your choice). It gives the room a bit of a farmhouse aesthetic and dresses it up casually.
Update: The original page and product on Pottery Barn no longer exists.
60. Stackable Play Storage
If you have kids, then this is a great storage solution so you can keep all of those toys picked up and also keep things from getting a bit crazy. Because we all know how kid’s rooms can get!
61. Storage Bin Organization for the Bathroom
If you have a lot of cleaners, bathroom essentials, beauty products, and shower supplies, then getting multiple storage bins is an amazing way to stay organized! Just choose the colors you want, and you’ll have an aesthetically pleasing and easy-to-grab storage solution.
SEE MORE AT BHG62. IKEA Boxes for the Craft Room Closet
So she meant this for her craft closet, but using attractive lidded boxes is a super affordable and great looking way to organize any space that needs tidying up. Just label them so you know what’s in each box and you’re ready to go!
SEE MORE AT JUST A GIRL AND HER BLOG
Grace Moser is the author and founder of Chasing Foxes, where she writes articles to help women create a life they love in big and small ways. She's been a full-time traveler since 2016 and loves sharing her experiences and exploring the world with her husband, Silas. Her lifestyle and travel advice can also be seen on sites such as Business Insider, Glamour, Newsweek, Huffpost, & Apartment Therapy.
I reallyyy just love these tips!! I’ve been looking for those rolling carts out here, but can’t seem to find any that would fit my budget!! 🙁
I got mine really inexpensively from Facebay
The ideas for keeping the sheets inside pillow cases is great! Now all I need is a tutorial now on how to fold fitted sheets so they will fit in neatly! I like the idea of the scarves too. Great blog
hank you Jacquers!
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Love the scarf hanging idea! Definitely going to try this one!
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Thank you for the idea for the bedside trolly. I was considering buying some bedside cabinets but space is a problem but your idea answers two needs at once.
I’m glad I could help you out Carole! 🙂